The Mystical Body of Christ
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The Mystical Body of Christ showcases the theological brilliance and pastoral wisdom of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen (1895–1979), one of the most influential Catholic evangelists of the twentieth century. Through his groundbreaking radio and television ministry—including the Emmy Award–winning Life Is Worth Living—Sheen brought the Catholic faith into millions of homes. Today, with more than thirty books still in print, his timeless writings continue to inspire Catholics around the world.
Originally published in 1935, The Mystical Body of Christ is Sheen's classic exploration of the Church as the living extension of Christ's Incarnation. With remarkable clarity and theological depth, he explains the Church as the Mystical Body of Christ, illuminating the central role of the Eucharist as the source of Christian unity and revealing how authentic worship naturally leads to works of charity and social justice. Decades before the Second Vatican Council, Sheen anticipated many of its central themes, making this work both historically significant and strikingly relevant for today's Church.
Renewed interest in Sheen's life and legacy—including the Vatican's recognition of the medically unexplained healing attributed to his intercession in his cause for beatification—has introduced a new generation to his enduring witness of faith. Whether you are discovering Fulton Sheen for the first time or returning to one of his most important theological works, The Mystical Body of Christ offers a profound and accessible vision of the Church, the Eucharist, and the Christian life.
Product Details
- Pages: 352
- Trim size: 5.5 x 8.5 inches
- ISBN: 9780870612947
- Imprint: Christian Classics
Description
The Mystical Body of Christ showcases the theological brilliance and pastoral wisdom of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen (1895–1979), one of the most influential Catholic evangelists of the twentieth century. Through his groundbreaking radio and television ministry—including the Emmy Award–winning Life Is Worth Living—Sheen brought the Catholic faith into millions of homes. Today, with more than thirty books still in print, his timeless writings continue to inspire Catholics around the world.
Originally published in 1935, The Mystical Body of Christ is Sheen's classic exploration of the Church as the living extension of Christ's Incarnation. With remarkable clarity and theological depth, he explains the Church as the Mystical Body of Christ, illuminating the central role of the Eucharist as the source of Christian unity and revealing how authentic worship naturally leads to works of charity and social justice. Decades before the Second Vatican Council, Sheen anticipated many of its central themes, making this work both historically significant and strikingly relevant for today's Church.
Renewed interest in Sheen's life and legacy—including the Vatican's recognition of the medically unexplained healing attributed to his intercession in his cause for beatification—has introduced a new generation to his enduring witness of faith. Whether you are discovering Fulton Sheen for the first time or returning to one of his most important theological works, The Mystical Body of Christ offers a profound and accessible vision of the Church, the Eucharist, and the Christian life.
Product Details
- Pages: 352
- Trim size: 5.5 x 8.5 inches
- ISBN: 9780870612947
- Imprint: Christian Classics
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- TOTHOMAS O.Verified Buyer45 minutes agoRated 5 out of 5 starsMystical body of Christ
Bishop Sheen words are so profound and awake our hearts. The simplicity of his language helps the reader to fully understand and build up their faith.
